Noah Herrin walks the congregation through Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6 about treasure and Mammon, correcting common money misconceptions: that churches only want money, that all churches are sketchy with finances, and that money itself is evil. He argues Jesus and Scripture focus heavily on money because it reveals the heart, and insists the biblical problem is the love of money (Mammon), not money itself. Practically he defends church accountability at Way Church, explains tithing as the first 10% given to the storehouse (church) and as a spiritual discipline to fight greed, and invites people to prayerfully decide whether to give. He closes by reminding listeners that giving is an act of obedience and worship, modeled supremely by God giving his Son (John 3:16).
“"Jesus gave 38 parables in the New Testament. 16 of the parables were about money... so if you get upset when churches talk about money you would have been real upset with Jesus."” · Noah Herrin
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Talk to God first about your giving decision; don't give out of compulsion. Consider the biblical tithe as the first 10% of income given to the church's storehouse as a spiritual practice that trains trust, kills greed, and cultivates a kingdom heart. Remember money is a tool for stewardship and mission, not a trophy to be loved.
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